KOTA KINABALU, Sept 16 Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob took note of Sabah's development needs during his maiden visit to the state as the prime minister, said the Chief Minister’s Office. According to a statement from the office, Ismail Sabri said that the federal government will prioritise.
It’s official: Jafry (centre) launching the new premium chalets at Sutera@Mantanani Island Resort and Spa off Kota Belud.
KOTA BELUD: Sabah is working on bringing Singapore tourists in via the travel bubble plan after Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Jafry Ariffin said his ministry was awaiting the state Cabinet’s decision while discussions were ongoing with various stakeholders.
“We are in discussions with Sutera Harbour Resort (SHR) and Sutera@Mantanani to provide a separate, safe travel route from Singapore direct to Kota Kinabalu and Mantanani island (Kota Belud).
“On our ministry’s part, we need to fine-tune this with stakeholders like Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd so we can tighten our SOP where needed.
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